Outside Sales Rep. - Part Time (Contract - 6 months)

Who are we?

United Natural Foods Inc. (UNFI) is the leading distributor of natural, organic, and specialty foods in North America! We're on a mission to transform the world of food for our customers, suppliers, associates, and families we serve daily. Our mission is simple: to provide healthier food choices to consumers everywhere.

Better Food, Better Future!

As a member of our Field Sales team, you will drive sales, exceed customer expectations and help us navigate the Foodscape.

If YOU live in or around Victoria, BC and are open to temporary, Part-Time work, this opportunity at UNFI may be right for you! Read on!

Position: Outside Sales Representative (Temporary Part Time)

Location and Territory: Victoria, B.C. (Vancouver Island)

Job Type: Contract (6 months) - PLEASE NOTE: due to contract, this role does not include benefits.

Schedule: Part Time 3 days per week

Language Requirements: English

Expected Compensation: $26.00/hour

Purpose

To cover designated territory (Victoria, BC) developing potential customers and maintaining existing customers at projected sales levels.

Job Responsibilities

• Time and territory management to accomplish daily, weekly and monthly sales goals including defining market demographics, competitor analysis, prospecting new business and existing account knowledge.
• Participate with UNFI Sales team to effectively maintain existing accounts, develop new business and address operational issues.
• Provide accurate and complete sales reports to Sales Manager in a timely manner.
• Submit appropriate and timely account information for all new and existing accounts for input into the UNFI information system.
• Participate in continuing education programs regarding company products, services and industry compliances.
• Document and resolve customer complaints.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

• Post-Secondary education and/or equivalent related experience and training.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license or equivalent.
  
  

Required Knowledge

• Knowledge of Sales.
• Adequate knowledge of related computer applications (Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
  
  

Experience

• Previous sales experience in a B2B setting preferred.
• Previous experience in the organic/natural Consumer Packaged Goods sales is an asset.
• Computer experience preferred (Word, Excel & PowerPoint).
  
  

Skills & Abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Goal oriented self-starter with high energy level and competitive spirit.
• Ability to travel extensively throughout assigned area.
  
  

Why work at UNFI Canada?:

• Flexible schedule offered as a P/T associate!
• Car allowance offered for temporary contract!
• Temporary participation in the Company's Sales Bonus plan offered!
• Employee discount on natural and organic foods!
• Friendly and helpful team!
  
  

Our Commitment

UNFI believes in a diverse and accommodating workplace. UNFI encourages and promotes applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of gender, age, race, ethnicity, disability or otherwise. UNFI is committed to providing full accommodation for persons with disabilities in all active processes and procedures including but not limited to the recruitment process. To request any accommodation you may require to participate in the recruitment process (including alternative formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms), please contact the main recruiting contact for the position or Human Resources to discuss your specific needs.